Burg Bergerhausen

Burg Bergerhausen is a three-wing castle structure in Kerpen featuring an octagonal stair tower topped with an onion dome. A western wing connects to the main building through a loggia, creating a unified architectural composition.

The castle was first documented in 1291 as a residence of the Knights of Bergerhausen. When the male line ended, ownership transferred to Hermann von dem Bongart in 1334, marking a shift in the family controlling the property.

The chapel from the 1800s is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception and holds the family crypt of previous owners within its walls. Today the castle merges sacred spaces with contemporary uses as an event venue.

The castle is available for rental as a venue for weddings and corporate events, with different spaces throughout the building complex. Visitors should check ahead about event schedules to confirm whether tours or visits are possible on their planned date.

The castle houses a private collection of restored Lanz-Buldog tractors and vintage farm machinery collected by the Stollenwerk brothers over many decades. This unusual blend of castle culture and farming history creates a rare mix of architecture and mechanical heritage at one location.